Pakistan

54th martyrdom anniversary of Major Aziz Bhatti Shaheed Nishan Haider being observed today

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5 years ago

September 12, 2019

EDITOR

The 54th martyrdom anniversary of Major Raja Aziz Bhatti, who laid down his life for the defence of the country on September 12, 1965, is being observed today (Thursday) across the country.

He was born in Hong Kong in 1928. He moved to Pakistan before it became independent in 1947 and lived in the village of Ladian, in the district of Gujrat.

There he enlisted with the newly formed Pakistani Army and was commissioned to the Punjab Regiment in 1950.

On 6 September 1965 after India attacked Pakistan with the largest ever number of tanks, Major Bhatti as Company Commander in the Burki area of the Lahore sector chose to move with his forward platoon under incessant artillery and tank attacks for five days and nights in the defence of the strategic BRB canal.

Throughout, undaunted by constant fire from enemies’ tanks and artillery, he organized the defence of the canal, directing his men to answer the fire until he was hit by an enemy tank shell which killed him on 12 September 1965.

He was 37 years old. Raja Aziz Bhatti was rewarded with the prestigious Nishan-e Haidar for his services to Pakistan.

Pakistan

“Through Unity, Faith, and Discipline, We Rise from the Ashes, as Aik Qaum.”

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5 days ago

December 16, 2024

EDITOR

The APS (Army Public School) attack was a defining moment in Pakistan’s history. While the pain and scars will never fully heal, the resilience shown by the nation proves its unwavering determination to stand against terrorism. The martyrs of Army Public School are remembered as symbols of hope and courage, inspiring a better and more peaceful future for Pakistan.

“We will never forget, and we will never forgive.”

Pakistan

Nation observes 10th Anniversary of APS Peshawar tragedy

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6 days ago

December 16, 2024

EDITOR

The 10th anniversary of the tragic terror incident at Army Public School Peshawar is being observed today to pay tribute to the martyrs.

Special prayers and Quran Khwani are being held for the martyred students and teachers of Army Public School.

Meanwhile, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa education department has arranged special functions to commemorate the APS incident and martyred students.

On 16th of December 2014, six terrorists stormed the Army Public School Peshawar and martyred one hundred and forty-seven innocent students and teachers of the school.

Pakistan

Chomos festival continues in Kalash Valley

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6 days ago

December 15, 2024

EDITOR

The historic fifteen-day Chomos festival continues in Kalash Valley, including Chitral district, on seventh consecutive day, today.

Under the guidance of Tashfeen Haider, Director General of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture and Tourism Authority, tourist information centers in Chitral City and Upper Dir have been activated to assist both foreign and local visitors.

The Kalash people are observing various rituals during the Chomos festival as part of their New Year celebrations.

Traditional songs, dances, and rituals are key features of the festival, which is set to culminate on the 22nd of this month.